Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at St Mary's RC Primary School

As part of this role, you will work under the direction of a teacher or line manager to support individual pupils or small groups. Your responsibilities will include supervising the physical and general care of pupils, including those with SEN, supporting their access to learning, and assisting the teacher in managing the classroom and pupils effectively.

We are looking for someone with good levels of English and maths, experience working with children with SEN, and excellent communication skills to engage with colleagues, parents, and professionals. Most importantly, we’re seeking someone with a genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development in early years and key stages.

Specific requirements:

Good levels of English and maths Basic knowledge of first aid Ability to use basic technology (e.g., computers, video equipment, photocopiers) Strong communication skills to effectively interact with colleagues, parents, and other professionals Ability to build positive relationships with children and adults Passion and commitment to working with children to support their development, particularly in early years Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities Awareness of and commitment to the school’s equal opportunities policy and its implementation

Training:

The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification.

Training Outcome:

Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:
Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers. If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice. As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8 :30 am till 4 pm with a 30-minute lunch break

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Reliable,Caring,SEN experience,Experience with children